Michael J. Loffredo II

About

I am honored to have been elected to represent the citizens of Windsor Heights on the City Council. Your confidence will not be taken lightly as I hope to represent all of our citizens with distinction.

Now, a little about me: I was reared in south Des Moines by Italian immigrant grandparents and first generation American parents. A family grocery business was my first work experience, and as a close knit family I was taught a strong work ethic, financial responsibility, integrity and respect. I have one daughter, Sara, who resides in Des Moines.

Education

I was fortunate to have received an excellent education: Lincoln High School; Grandview University; Drake University: BS, Math & Science and MS, School Administration; The University of Iowa: PhD, Educational Administration.

Priorities

My priorities as a council member include: re-build and/or repair our infrastructure -- roads and sanitary sewer lines; provide an open and transparent government by being available, an active listener and engage in mutually respectful dialogue; promote economic development; advocate for greater fiscal responsibility; promote consensus building among council members and reconsider the advantages and disadvantages of the 25 mph speed limit and radar cameras along University Avenue.

Profession

I enjoyed two distinct professions. Namely, 35 years as an educator -- teacher, counselor, central office administrator and principal; and five years as a bank officer and financial planner. Finally, I currently work occasionally at Des Moines University in the Standardized Patient Assessment Lab.